Powertrain Management: Technical Service Bulletins

• Recalls
  • Recall - A/T Shifter Ignition/Park Interlock Defect
    • Overview
    • Service Procedure
      • A. Inspect Ign./Park Shift Interlock Operation
      • B. Install Load Limiting Push Rod
      • C. Floor Shifter Replacement
    • Owner Letter
• Customer Interest
  • Heater, A/C System - Stuck in Defrost Mode
  • Converter Clutch - Vehicle Shudder on Lock Up
  • A/T - 41TE/AE 42LE Delayed Gear Engagement
    • Overview
    • Symptom/Condition
    • Diagnosis
    • Item 1 DTC 35 Loss of Prime
    • Item 2 L - R Inner and Outer Seals
    • Item 3 UD Inner Lip Seal
    • Item 4 General Seal Statement
    • Item 5 Measuring # 1 Check Ball Clearance
    • Item 6 PRNDL Switch (Non TRS)
    • Item 7 Output Speed Sensor
  • A/T - Ratcheting Sound When Coming To Stop
  • PCM - Engine Sag or Hesitation On Cold Start Up
  • PCM - OBDII Readiness Code Retention
  • PCM/BCM - No Start or Erratic Theft Alarm Operation
  • MIL ON, Hex Code $3E, Sag/Hesitation/Rough Idle
    • Overview
    • Diagnosis
    • Parts/Equipment Required
    • Repair Procedures
      • Overview
      • Single Upstream 02 Sensor
      • Double Upstream 02 Sensor
  • EGR System - MIL ON Hex Code 2E Set
  • Gauges - Freeze or Zero Intermittently
  • Windshield Wiper - Delay Intervals Erratic
  • Wiper/Turn Signal Switch - Inconsistent Delay/Canceling
  • Ignition Switch - Air Bag Lamp ON/Systems Inoperative
  • PCM - Hard Start/No Start/Hesitation/Sag/Stumble
    • Overview
    • Symptom/Condition
    • Diagnosis
    • Equipment/Parts Required
    • Repair Procedure
  • Air Filter Element Seal - Torn
  • A/T - Poor Shift Quality
    • Overview
    • Diagnosis
    • Repair Procedure No. 1
    • Repair Procedure No. 2
  • TCM - Improved Transmission Shift Quality
    • Overview
    • Symptom/Condition
    • Diagnostic Information
    • Repair Procedures
    • Administrative & Labor Information
    • Quick Reference Summary
  • Fuel Gauge - Erratic Readings
  • Speed Sensor - Intermittent Loss of Cruise Control
  • A/T - Transaxle Limp In Condition
  • Fuel Filler Vent - Premature Fuel Nozzle Shut-Off
• By Symptom
  • Abnormal wear/deterioration
    • A/T - Poor Shift Quality
      • Overview
      • Diagnosis
      • Repair Procedure No. 1
      • Repair Procedure No. 2
  • Chattering
    • A/T - Poor Shift Quality
      • Overview
      • Diagnosis
      • Repair Procedure No. 1
      • Repair Procedure No. 2
    • TCM - Improved Transmission Shift Quality
      • Overview
      • Symptom/Condition
      • Diagnostic Information
      • Repair Procedures
      • Administrative & Labor Information
      • Quick Reference Summary
  • Customer Interest
    • Heater, A/C System - Stuck in Defrost Mode
    • Converter Clutch - Vehicle Shudder on Lock Up
    • A/T - 41TE/AE 42LE Delayed Gear Engagement
      • Overview
      • Symptom/Condition
      • Diagnosis
      • Item 1 DTC 35 Loss of Prime
      • Item 2 L - R Inner and Outer Seals
      • Item 3 UD Inner Lip Seal
      • Item 4 General Seal Statement
      • Item 5 Measuring # 1 Check Ball Clearance
      • Item 6 PRNDL Switch (Non TRS)
      • Item 7 Output Speed Sensor
    • A/T - Ratcheting Sound When Coming To Stop
    • PCM - Engine Sag or Hesitation On Cold Start Up
    • PCM - OBDII Readiness Code Retention
    • PCM/BCM - No Start or Erratic Theft Alarm Operation
    • MIL ON, Hex Code $3E, Sag/Hesitation/Rough Idle
      • Overview
      • Diagnosis
      • Parts/Equipment Required
      • Repair Procedures
        • Overview
        • Single Upstream 02 Sensor
        • Double Upstream 02 Sensor
    • EGR System - MIL ON Hex Code 2E Set
    • Gauges - Freeze or Zero Intermittently
    • Windshield Wiper - Delay Intervals Erratic
    • Wiper/Turn Signal Switch - Inconsistent Delay/Canceling
    • Ignition Switch - Air Bag Lamp ON/Systems Inoperative
    • PCM - Hard Start/No Start/Hesitation/Sag/Stumble
      • Overview
      • Symptom/Condition
      • Diagnosis
      • Equipment/Parts Required
      • Repair Procedure
    • Air Filter Element Seal - Torn
    • A/T - Poor Shift Quality
      • Overview
      • Diagnosis
      • Repair Procedure No. 1
      • Repair Procedure No. 2
    • TCM - Improved Transmission Shift Quality
      • Overview
      • Symptom/Condition
      • Diagnostic Information
      • Repair Procedures
      • Administrative & Labor Information
      • Quick Reference Summary
    • Fuel Gauge - Erratic Readings
    • Speed Sensor - Intermittent Loss of Cruise Control
    • A/T - Transaxle Limp In Condition
    • Fuel Filler Vent - Premature Fuel Nozzle Shut-Off
  • Driveability
    • PCM - Engine Sag or Hesitation On Cold Start Up
    • EGR System - MIL ON Hex Code 2E Set
    • PCM - Hard Start/No Start/Hesitation/Sag/Stumble
      • Overview
      • Symptom/Condition
      • Diagnosis
      • Equipment/Parts Required
      • Repair Procedure
  • Erratic Operation
    • PCM/BCM - No Start or Erratic Theft Alarm Operation
    • MIL ON, Hex Code $3E, Sag/Hesitation/Rough Idle
      • Overview
      • Diagnosis
      • Parts/Equipment Required
      • Repair Procedures
        • Overview
        • Single Upstream 02 Sensor
        • Double Upstream 02 Sensor
    • EGR System - MIL ON Hex Code 2E Set
    • Gauges - Freeze or Zero Intermittently
    • Windshield Wiper - Delay Intervals Erratic
    • Wiper/Turn Signal Switch - Inconsistent Delay/Canceling
    • Ignition Switch - Air Bag Lamp ON/Systems Inoperative
    • Fuel Gauge - Erratic Readings
    • Speed Sensor - Intermittent Loss of Cruise Control
    • A/T - Transaxle Limp In Condition
  • Erratic Shifting
    • A/T - Poor Shift Quality
      • Overview
      • Diagnosis
      • Repair Procedure No. 1
      • Repair Procedure No. 2
    • TCM - Improved Transmission Shift Quality
      • Overview
      • Symptom/Condition
      • Diagnostic Information
      • Repair Procedures
      • Administrative & Labor Information
      • Quick Reference Summary
    • A/T - Transaxle Limp In Condition
  • False instrument warning light/gauges
    • Gauges - Freeze or Zero Intermittently
    • Ignition Switch - Air Bag Lamp ON/Systems Inoperative
  • Hard Shifting
    • A/T - Poor Shift Quality
      • Overview
      • Diagnosis
      • Repair Procedure No. 1
      • Repair Procedure No. 2
    • TCM - Improved Transmission Shift Quality
      • Overview
      • Symptom/Condition
      • Diagnostic Information
      • Repair Procedures
      • Administrative & Labor Information
      • Quick Reference Summary
  • Hunting-Surging
    • TCM - Improved Transmission Shift Quality
      • Overview
      • Symptom/Condition
      • Diagnostic Information
      • Repair Procedures
      • Administrative & Labor Information
      • Quick Reference Summary
  • Incorrect gear selection
    • A/T - Transaxle Limp In Condition
  • Inoperative
    • PCM/BCM - No Start or Erratic Theft Alarm Operation
    • Ignition Switch - Air Bag Lamp ON/Systems Inoperative
  • No shift/Incorrect gear engagement
    • A/T - 41TE/AE 42LE Delayed Gear Engagement
      • Overview
      • Symptom/Condition
      • Diagnosis
      • Item 1 DTC 35 Loss of Prime
      • Item 2 L - R Inner and Outer Seals
      • Item 3 UD Inner Lip Seal
      • Item 4 General Seal Statement
      • Item 5 Measuring # 1 Check Ball Clearance
      • Item 6 PRNDL Switch (Non TRS)
      • Item 7 Output Speed Sensor
  • Overheating
    • TCM - Improved Transmission Shift Quality
      • Overview
      • Symptom/Condition
      • Diagnostic Information
      • Repair Procedures
      • Administrative & Labor Information
      • Quick Reference Summary
  • Poor performance
    • Wiper/Turn Signal Switch - Inconsistent Delay/Canceling
    • Ignition Switch - Air Bag Lamp ON/Systems Inoperative
    • Fuel Filler Vent - Premature Fuel Nozzle Shut-Off
  • Recalls
    • Recall - A/T Shifter Ignition/Park Interlock Defect
      • Overview
      • Service Procedure
        • A. Inspect Ign./Park Shift Interlock Operation
        • B. Install Load Limiting Push Rod
        • C. Floor Shifter Replacement
      • Owner Letter
  • Starting problems
    • PCM/BCM - No Start or Erratic Theft Alarm Operation
  • Sticking/Binding
    • Heater, A/C System - Stuck in Defrost Mode
    • TCM - Improved Transmission Shift Quality
      • Overview
      • Symptom/Condition
      • Diagnostic Information
      • Repair Procedures
      • Administrative & Labor Information
      • Quick Reference Summary
  • Vibration
    • Converter Clutch - Vehicle Shudder on Lock Up
• All Technical Service Bulletins
  • Heater, A/C System - Stuck in Defrost Mode
  • Converter Clutch - Vehicle Shudder on Lock Up
  • A/T - 41TE/AE 42LE Delayed Gear Engagement
    • Overview
    • Symptom/Condition
    • Diagnosis
    • Item 1 DTC 35 Loss of Prime
    • Item 2 L - R Inner and Outer Seals
    • Item 3 UD Inner Lip Seal
    • Item 4 General Seal Statement
    • Item 5 Measuring # 1 Check Ball Clearance
    • Item 6 PRNDL Switch (Non TRS)
    • Item 7 Output Speed Sensor
  • A/T - Ratcheting Sound When Coming To Stop
  • PCM - Engine Sag or Hesitation On Cold Start Up
  • PCM - OBDII Readiness Code Retention
  • PCM/BCM - No Start or Erratic Theft Alarm Operation
  • MIL ON, Hex Code $3E, Sag/Hesitation/Rough Idle
    • Overview
    • Diagnosis
    • Parts/Equipment Required
    • Repair Procedures
      • Overview
      • Single Upstream 02 Sensor
      • Double Upstream 02 Sensor
  • EGR System - MIL ON Hex Code 2E Set
  • Gauges - Freeze or Zero Intermittently
  • Body Control Module - Updated Design
  • Windshield Wiper - Delay Intervals Erratic
  • Wiper/Turn Signal Switch - Inconsistent Delay/Canceling
  • Ignition Switch - Air Bag Lamp ON/Systems Inoperative
  • Engine - Sag/Hesitation On Acceleration/Misfire
  • Wiring Diagrams - Service Manual Revisions
  • Engine Controls/Lighting - Service Manual Revisions
  • PCM - Hard Start/No Start/Hesitation/Sag/Stumble
    • Overview
    • Symptom/Condition
    • Diagnosis
    • Equipment/Parts Required
    • Repair Procedure
  • Air Filter Element Seal - Torn
  • A/T - Poor Shift Quality
    • Overview
    • Diagnosis
    • Repair Procedure No. 1
    • Repair Procedure No. 2
  • TCM - Improved Transmission Shift Quality
    • Overview
    • Symptom/Condition
    • Diagnostic Information
    • Repair Procedures
    • Administrative & Labor Information
    • Quick Reference Summary
  • Fuel Gauge - Erratic Readings
  • Emissions - VECI Label Size/Location Revision
  • MDS/DRB III - Usage Information
  • Auto Computers - Y2K Effects
  • Generic Scan Tool - Reference Information
    • Overview
    • Quick Reference
    • 1. Powertrain Diagnostic Data
    • 2. Powertrain Freeze Frame
    • 3. Emission Related DTCs
    • 4. Clear/Reset DTCs
    • 5. O2 Monitoring Results
    • 6. Last Monitor Results
    • 7. 1 Trip Failures
    • 8. On Board System Test
    • 9. Vehicle Information
    • Appendix A, B, C and D Information
  • Engine - Rough Idle, Hard Start, or Start and Stall
  • Transmission Range Sensor - Production Change
  • Speed Sensor - Intermittent Loss of Cruise Control
  • A/T - Transaxle Limp In Condition
  • Fuel Filler Vent - Premature Fuel Nozzle Shut-Off
  • Recall - A/T Shifter Ignition/Park Interlock Defect
    • Overview
    • Service Procedure
      • A. Inspect Ign./Park Shift Interlock Operation
      • B. Install Load Limiting Push Rod
      • C. Floor Shifter Replacement
    • Owner Letter